Planning Intern - Chicago

Randa Apparel & Accessories; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) in Chicago, IL offers a Summer 2027 Internship Program in Demand Forecasting, Replenishment Planning and Business Analytics. This 10-week in-office internship runs June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027, Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM and Friday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM, with a daily 30-minute lunch.

Interns will assist the Demand and Inventory Planning team, analyze forecast models, build inventory reports, and participate in cross-functional projects with mentors.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed studies in Supply Chain Management, Business, Marketing or Math.
• GPA 3.0 or higher required.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Learn forecasting and inventory planning for product categories.
• Analyze forecast models in the planning system to improve forward forecasts.
• Build and review inventory reports to identify low-volume SKUs for exit at retail partners.
• Develop and review aged inventory reports and assist sales with selling strategies.
• Participate in internal meetings and projects; work in-office Monday-Friday, half-day Friday.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Analytical skills

Excel experience

Time management

Verbal & written communication

Education

Supply Chain Management

Business

Math Majors

Tools

Excel

Job description

Summer 2027 Internship Program

Pay: $20.00 Per Hour

Dates: June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027

Schedule: In-Office, Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM / 30-minute lunch every day

Location: Chicago, IL

At RAA, we trust and believe in our associates to fashion their future.

A global powerhouse with over 100 years of expertise, Randa Apparel & Accessories (RAA) is one of the world’s leading apparel and lifestyle accessories companies, operating a portfolio of 30+ brands across all channels of distribution. RAA produces exceptional products and services, delights our customers, and makes our partners successful. We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Overview

In this 10-Week specialized program, you will be exposed to Demand Forecasting, Replenishment Planning and Business Analytics. You will assist the Demand and Inventory Planning team and be exposed to the fundamentals of retail and wholesale businesses.

Sales Planning Intern Duties And Responsibilities

• Learn the fundamentals of forecasting and inventory planning for our product categories
• Analyze statistical forecast models in the supply chain planning system to ensure the system is developing the best forward forecast
• Build and Review inventory reports to identify low-volume SKUs that need to be exited at our retail partners
• Build and review aged inventory reports and work with the sales team on a selling strategy
• Participate and collaborate in internal meetings and projects
• Work in-office Monday-Friday, Friday being a half-day

Project

Interns will be assigned a group project and a mentor to help provide coaching & support throughout the project. The project will be presented in the final week to various leaders within the organization. The goal is to research and present a solution or recommendation based on white space within the company. This will give interns an opportunity to work with cross-functional departments and individuals across our multiple locations to put together a solution to create a positive change.

Requirements

• Supply Chain Management, Business, Marketing, Math Majors
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience with Excel